Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft amid controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Enes Kanter Freedom has announced his declaration for the 2027 WNBA Draft. The former NBA player, known for his outspoken political views, shared his decision in a video while addressing the league's eligibility rules for transgender athletes. His announcement follows Royce White's similar declaration for the draft. Kanter, who previously played for teams including the Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder, has remained a divisive figure in sports discourse due to his political stances.
- •Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft on August 16, 2026.
- •He challenges the WNBA's eligibility rules for transgender athletes.
- •Royce White also declared for the draft following Kanter's announcement.
- •Kanter was a notable NBA player, playing for several teams over his career.
- •His political stances have drawn significant attention and controversy.
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"The former NBA veteran turned culture war provocatuer recently declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft.
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